In this classic of biology and modern science, Sir D'Arcy Wentworth Thompson (1860-1948), one of the most distinguished scientists of the modern era, sets forth his seminal "theory of transformation" - that one species evolves into another not by successive minor changes in individual body parts but by large-scale transformations involving the body as a whole.

On Growth and Form

Science & Math

Thompson, D'Arcy W.

Biological Sciences

Cambridge University Press

On Growth and Form Abridged Edition

, 354 pages, two black and white photographic plates between pages 66 and 67, illustrations and figures throughout , all numbered and named, includes editors introduction,

Classic of biology and modern science sets forth seminal "theory of transformation" — that one species evolves into another not by successive minor changes in individual body parts but by large-scale transformations involving the body as a whole. Rich literary style. Over 500 photographs and drawings. Index.

A Bibliography of Protozoa, Sponges, Coelenterata, and Worms

History

BiblioLife

Ancient Leaves: Or, Translations and Paraphrases From Posts of Greece and Rome

Ancient Leaves: Or, Translations and Paraphrases from Posts of Greece and Rome

Europe

Nabu Press

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Palala Press

A Bibliography of Protozoa, Sponges, Coelenterata, and Worms by D'Arcy W. Thompson. This book is a reproduction of the original book published in 1885 and may have some imperfections such as marks or hand-written notes.

Literature & Fiction

History & Criticism

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Physics

Panepistimiakes Ekdoseis EMP

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